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June Creek develops caring, life-long learners who can think creatively and problem-solve in order to contribute to the greater good of the global community. The professional staff at June Creek is dedicated to:

• Inspiring students to learn through experience
• Utilizing instructional methods which support a variety of modalities
• Honoring diversity
• Ensuring the use of state-of-the-art technology
• Attending to individual student needs
• Maintaining high expectations for all learners
• Employing a rigorous and relevant curriculum
• Providing a safe, positive and encouraging environment

As part of the June Creek family, you'll enjoy a learning community that encourages open communication, collaboration, and support among students, staff members, parents and community.

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2017-2018 School Year
Please Note That Bus Routes Are Subject To Change As Students Continue To Enroll In Our Schools Requiring Updates To These Pages. Due To Unforeseen Factors Route Times May Vary 5 Minutes, So Please Plan Accordingly.

Please Note That Bus Routes Are Subject To Change As Students Continue To Enroll In Our Schools. These Pages Will Be Updated Accordingly.

Last Updated: August 8th, 2017

Parent Guides to the Common Core Standards

The Council of the Great City Schools created guides for grades K-8 and two for grades 9-12 (one for English language arts/literacy and one for mathematics) that provide an overview of what your child will learn by the end of each grade in mathematics and English language arts/literacy as defined by the Common Core Standards. Click on the grade to download a pdf.

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Upraised Math

New Math Resource!
Our school community now uses Upraised Math, a resource designed specifically to help parents and families support student success in math. With Upraised, parents can see what their child is learning at school, understand today’s teaching methods, access resources to support learning at home, and receive text/email updates throughout the year to stay informed! (Click on the balloon below).

Parent Information

Parents are invited to spend time at June Creek Elementary as volunteers in the classroom and as partners in their child’s education. The ABCs of June Creek will provide answers to many of the questions families have about the school day.

Dual Language Info

The Dual Language program at June Creek will begin this year with our incoming Kindergarten students. Students developing academic skills in two languages have increased critical thinking and problem solving skills. They are more comfortable learning from mistakes and handling challenges, and they become leaders in bridging cultures.

Staff Bios

Nancy Allen
Nancy Allen is a first grade teacher at JCES. Born in Ohio and raised in Rochester Hills, MI, Nancy attended Central Michigan University before moving to the Valley 34 years ago. She has been teaching in several local public and private schools for the past 29 years, though the majority of her career has been spent with Kindergarteners in the Eagle County School District. Along with her then-Principal at Red Sandstone Elementary, Nancy was one of the first teachers to help develop and teach in the District's all-day every-day Kindergarten program. Nancy loves spending time with the incredible students at June Creek as well as working alongside its dynamic staff. She was selected as the Outstanding Teacher in the award's second year and has been nominated several times since. Nancy has also been recognized in "Who's Who in Education" and has presented at multiple early childhood education and reading conferences to share and learn new teaching strategies. Nancy lives in Edwards with her husband and twin boys (who attended and loved June Creek). Together they take advantage of the Valley's beautiful surroundings by skiing, snowshoeing, and hiking. Nancy is also an avid reader, which she brings into the classroom.

Kathy Atencio

Luzma Castro-Moreno
Mi nombre es LuzMa Castro, una maestra bilingüe que vino de Colombia hace más de siete años para trabajar en el Valle de Vail. Yo estudié Filología e Idiomas, especializado en inglés, en la Universidad Nacional de Colombia. Tengo dos hijas, Laura y Sofi y mi esposo Greg. Toda mi familia vive en Colombia, aún mi hija Laura que ya está en la universidad. Este año tengo la fortuna de ser parte de este maravilloso equipo de la Escuela Primaria June Creek como maestra de español. Sé que mis niños se levantarán cada mañana motivados a venir a la escuela a aprender, divertirse y crear sus propias metas. A lo largo del año aprenderán, no solamente a leer, a escribir y adquirir otros conocimientos, sino que también tendrán la gran oportunidad de hacerlo en dos idiomas, inglés y español. La felicidad en JCES es dual.
I am LuzMa Castro, a bilingual teacher who came from Colombia more than seven years ago to work in the Vail Valley. I studied Philology and Languages, specialized in English at the National University of Colombia. I have two wonderful daughters Laura and Sofi, and I my husband Greg. All of my family lives in Colombia, even my daughter Laura who is at a university. This year I am very fortunate to be a part of this wonderful team at June Creek Elementary School as the Kindergarten Spanish teacher. I know my kids will get up every morning motivated to come to school to learn, have fun, and build their own goals. Through the year they will learn, not only to read, to write, and to get other knowledge but to have the great opportunity to do it in two languages, English and Spanish. Happiness at JCES is dual.

Johanna Carrazco

Haley Conroy
Haley is the 5th grade math, science, and social studies teacher at June Creek. She earned her BS in Elementary Education at Illinois State University. Haley moved to Colorado immediately following graduation in order to explore the mountains. She started teaching at June Creek in 2012 and won the Rookie of the Year award following a roller coaster of a year! The families and staff members at June Creek have helped Haley with her transition to the valley. Outside of school she enjoys skiing, traveling, and reading.

Garrett Cora
Garrett Cora is a K-5 Physical Education teacher at June Creek. Garrett grew up in Duluth, MN and moved to Colorado in 2010. He attended Metropolitan State University of Denver where he received a Bachelor of Science in Human Performance and Sport with an emphasis in K-12 Physical Education. This is Garrett’s first year of teaching at June Creek and moved to the valley in August 2016. He has previous teaching experiences in Colorado, Minnesota, and China. When Garrett is not at school, he enjoys to be outdoors, good movies, and spending time with his dog and cat.

Norma Delgado
Norma Delgado is the Cognitive Needs Teaching Assistant at June Creek. Norma grew up in Mexico and attended the University of Nueva Leon. Prior to moving to the Valley in 2002, Norma spent 10 years working in a hospital and teaching high school in Mexico. She worked at Battle Mountain High School for four years before joining the team at JCES in 2008. Norma loves to see her students making progress. She enjoys reading, walking, and participating in a variety of outdoor activities with her husband and two daughters.

Erika Donahue
Erika Donahue is the Principal at June Creek. She arrived in this position four years ago, after 15 years of experience within Eagle County Schools. Propelled by her undergraduate studies at Syracuse University, and further enhancement of pedagogy through a Master’s degree at Lesley University in Boston, as well as a Doctoral degree from the University of Northern Colorado, Erika has held the multiple roles of career teacher, mentor teacher, master teacher, and instructional coach. The role of district instructional coach provided Erika with a district-wide view of elementary students, teachers, and families in action, inspiring her interest in school leadership. Erika brings passion for education and a strong commitment to the June Creek community. Erika’s belief matches the beliefs of the June Creek community, The sky’s the limit for the June Creek Cougars!

Marilyn Earle
Marilyn Earle is the guidance counselor at June Creek and teaches first grade math. Originally from Andover, Massachusetts, Marilyn moved to Vail 38 years ago and considers the Vail Valley her true home. This is Marilyn’s 25th year with Eagle County Schools. She has been with June Creek Elementary school since it opened six years ago. Marilyn loves the students at June Creek and has cited the school as her favorite teaching post to date! She feels truly fortunate to work with the students and great staff at June Creek‚ every year gets better and better! Marilyn enjoys mountain biking, hiking, snowshoeing, and yoga. She lives in Eagle with her husband, Greg.

Madison Everett
Madison Everett is joining the June Creek community this year as the new 2nd grade teacher. Madison was born and raised in Salida, Colorado and received her Bachelor’s degree from Colorado Mesa University last May. Looking for a new adventure this year, Madison was happy to join the staff at June Creek and move back to the mountains. Madison has been dreaming of becoming a teacher and is excited to learn and grow with her students this year! Outside of the classroom, Madison loves to ride horses, hike and run with her border collie ‘Z’, listen to 90’s country music, and go on a variety of adventures with her friends and family.

Suzanne Fast
Suzanne Fast teaches 2nd Grade at June Creek. After growing up in Chagrin Falls, OH, Suzanne moved to CO to attend CU Boulder for her Bachelor’s Degree and CU Denver for graduate school. She moved to the Valley 4 years ago to teach at Edwards Elementary, then helped start June Creek Elementary in 2008. She was nominated as the ECS Rookie of the Year in 2007 and has been nominated as Outstanding Educator every year since. Suzanne says, ‘My favorite part about teaching at JCES is having the opportunity to start a new school. I also love being part of a community school. It’s wonderful to see kids biking and walking to school!’ Suzanne also enjoys skiing, snowshoeing, rafting, camping, hiking, and horseback riding. A self-proclaimed secret cowgirl, Suzanne loves being outside, doing hard work, and is presently raising 10,000 sea monkeys.

Yoana González

Cassandra Goss
Hello. My name is Cassandra Goss I am the Paraprofessional for Kindergarten, First, and Second grade. I've lived in the valley for about four years now and just simply love it here. I've been at June Creek Elementary since 2014 and I can't imagine teaching any place else. The staff here, I think, are the most caring and talented bunch I've ever had the pleasure to work with. My son spent his fifth grade year here and enjoyed it immensely. I am eager to spend another wonderful year here and many more to come.

Ana Hernández

Saira Hernández

Brittany Hodgson
Brittany Hodgson teaches Special Education at June Creek. Brittany grew up outside of Chicago, Illinois and earned her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education from DePaul University in 2010. She moved to the Vail valley in Spring 2012 and began working at June Creek in August 2012. The welcoming atmosphere and ongoing support between families, students, and staff at June Creek is what she loves most about coming to work everyday! When not in her classroom, she is usually hiking, fishing, ice-skating, and traveling with her husband and dog.

Adriana Garcia Jiménez

Felicia Kalaluhi

Kim Kohlhofer
Kim Kohlhofer is the music teacher at both June Creek Elementary and Avon Elementary. Born in Los Angeles, Kim went to college at San Diego State University and moved to the valley 25 years ago. She has been teaching music since 2001 and enjoys the wonderful, warm community at June Creek. She has also been nominated for Teacher of the Year at Avon Elementary. Outside of school she enjoys skiing, swimming, biking, and traveling with her husband, two children, and her dog. Kim says, ‘I feel so lucky to live and work in this wonderful area. We have a great community!’

Ray Kosak
Ray Kosak is the Lead Custodian at June Creek. Ray moved to the valley 16 years ago from Minneapolis, MN where he was raised and attended the Minneapolis Technical Institute. He feels right at home at June Creek (which he considers to be ‘the best school’), and enjoys being a consistent part of our student’s lives. Ray has two grown sons and enjoys karate, skiing, mountaineering, football, and cooking. When asked whether he had ever received an honor or award that he would like to share, Ray replied, ‘Yes, the honor to work at such a quality school.’

Liz Koskinen
My name is Liz Koskinen and I am one of the Special Education teachers at June Creek. I moved to Colorado three years ago to pursue my passion for teaching and my love for the outdoors. I am originally from Wisconsin, but enjoy the Colorado lifestyle and cannot imagine leaving the mountains anytime soon! I received my undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona and went on to complete my graduate degree in Elementary Education at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. After moving to Colorado, I became a certified Special Education teacher. One of the best aspects of teaching, is reading with children and nurturing their love of reading. My mother used to read to my brothers and me, which helped flourish my love for children’s literature. My favorite activities when I am not teaching are snowshoeing and running in the beautiful Rocky Mountains! I am happy to be serving the community of Edwards as an educator in the Eagle County School District.

Rachel Lammers
Rachel Lammers teaches Kindergarten at June Creek. After growing up in Evergreen, CO, Rachel received her Bachelor’s Degree in business administration from CU Boulder (Go Buffs!) and her CO teaching certification from Mesa State College. She began teaching Kindergarten in 2010 and wasted no time in being nominated as the district’s Rookie of the Year. Rachel loves teaching at June Creek, learning something new every day while surrounded by amazing people both young and old(er). She finds that the knowledgeable staff challenges her to be a lifelong learner and to be the best teacher that she can possibly be. When she’s not in her classroom (which doesn’t happen very often) you can find Rachel snowboarding, rafting, hiking, camping, and cooking.

Amy Macomber
Amy Macomber is the speech-language pathologist for both the preschool and elementary school at June Creek. Amy earned her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders from the University of New Hampshire. Amy, and her husband Joey, moved here together from Maine in 2007 thinking they would ‘try it out’ for a year. After six years working for Eagle County Schools, and one child later, they have decided this is ‘home.’ Their little boy, Maco, is the most outgoing, fun-loving, silly little guy you’ll ever meet and is also proud to be a part of the June Creek community. Amy and her family love to take advantage of all the wonderful things to do around here such as rafting, fishing, hiking, skiing and anything outside!

Molly McGalliard
Molly is a fourth grade teacher and mentor at June Creek Elementary. Born and raised here, Molly left the valley to pursue her Bachelor’s degree at Gonzaga University. After teaching on the front-range for several years, she relocated to the valley in 2006. Molly was one of the original teachers to start June Creek and she continues to love her work. When asked what she loves most about teaching at June Creek, Molly replies, ‘the amazing smiles that kids bring every day! We have a wonderful, welcoming, caring community which makes it the best school to teach at in the valley!’ Molly enjoys mountain biking, skiing, reading, snowshoeing, and touring the local parks with her husband James and her two young sons, Grady and Campbell.

Kira Miller
Kira is beginning her second year with the wonderful students, families, and staff members that make June Creek such an amazing community. Kira worked in hospitality and human resources management for five years after graduating college. Despite the career success she experienced, she felt a calling to the teaching profession. Last academic year, Kira was the permanent substitute and is honored to return this year as a Grade 4 teacher. Kira is eager to grow and learn with her students as they use global-ready skills to stretch their thinking and challenge their perspectives, while using their mistakes as opportunities to grow their minds. Kira is passionate about challenging her own mind by learning new things and dreams of inspiring this same desire for learning in her students this year. In addition to teaching this year, Kira is pursuing a master’s degree in education. Outside of the classroom, Kira loves to practice yoga, hike with her husband and dog, cook, read, and ski!

Asia Oleszczak
Asia Oleszczak is a Special Education teacher at June Creek and works closely with the second and third grade teams. Born and raised in Poland, Asia attended Jan Dlugosz University and earned a Master’s degree in Special Education. In 2009, Asia moved to the Vail Valley and began working at June Creek Elementary as a Paraprofessional. From there she moved into a second grade position and finally, in 2012, joined the Special Education team. Asia is dedicated to promoting inclusive education and providing equal learning opportunities for all students. She enjoys being a part of the great June Creek community and loves to co-teach with an awesome staff! Her free time is spent fishing with her husband and dog, painting, reading, and exploring vegan cuisine‚ she declares herself America’s First Vegan Iron Chef.

Sabrina Polland
Sabrina Polland teaches literacy, building wide. She has a strong passion for reading and writing instruction and enjoys seeing children grow into their own confidence and success as readers and writers. Sabrina has taught in the primary grades for 17 years; 9 of which have been in Eagle County Schools. Her experience also includes schools in Denver and in Austin and Corpus Christi, Texas. Sabrina is committed to high quality education. She is dedicated to her field, and has been since she was in Second Grade. Sabrina also enjoys time with her family and friends, morning hikes, long walks, and of course, shopping trips!

Carol Rounds
My name is Mrs. Carol Rounds and I will be one of June Creek’s 2nd grade teachers as well as the school Librarian this year! It is my 21st year as a teacher, and I find myself looking forward to this year more than any other! I am beginning my 6th year here at June Creek, and I have worked in the Eagle County School District since 2007 and I have enjoyed my time at June Creek the most! I have been married to my high school sweetheart for the past 13 years and we have three children between us, all adults now with happy lives of their own. We live in a 106-year-old house in Gypsum with our two cats and one dog. I am so excited to help our students on their journey of self-discovery and exploration to become global learners.

Jeanne Sagurton

Rachel Saindon
Rachel Saindon teaches 5th grade literacy at June Creek. She is originally from California, but she and her family moved to Colorado 11 years ago. After graduating from the University of Northern Colorado, she moved to Eagle County to pursue her career in teaching. She really loves the sense of community here, and she has a tremendous love for June Creek. Her hobbies outside of school include camping, fishing, biking, and exploring Vail Valley.

Kristina Sappenfield
Kristina Sappenfield moved to the Valley in 2003 from San Diego. She is a single mom to her 10 yr old daughter. They enjoy many outdoor sports like skiing, golf, tennis, climbing and swimming.
She has been teaching in the classroom for 20 years as mainly a middle school math and science teacher. She has her MS in Science Ed, BA in Env Studies and a Certificate in Early Childhood Ed. Kristina is in her fourth year teaching Computer Science/Technology here at JCES. She also enjoys integrating STEM projects into her lessons. She is an assistant coach for Girls on the Run and this year will be teaching enrichment with the Pwr Hrs Afterschool program.

Yuri Schaffino

Noreen Treadway
I am a third grade teacher at June Creek Elementary School. I earned my BS in Business from Wake Forest University in North Carolina and my Masters in Education from Queens College in New York. Over the years I have taught elementary education and special education in New York City and Vermont. My husband and I have finally found our home here in Colorado. It is wonderful to come to work because there is such a strong sense of community at June Creek Elementary. Students, families and staff are so welcoming! Outside of school I enjoy painting, reading, skiing and hiking.

María Cristina Valderrama
María Cristina Valderrama came to Colorado from Colombia 13 years ago as part of a cultural exchange program. Since then, she has taught Spanish literacy, reading, and English as a second language, or ESL. She has many years of experience teaching second-language learners, having graduated from the Universidad Pedagógica Nacional, in Bogotá, with a bachelor’s degree in education, and a major in both Spanish and English. She later earned a masters degree in multicultural, bilingual, and ESL from the University of Colorado, Boulder. Cristina is very happy to be part of the team at June Creek Elementary School, where she supports students as they strive to acquire a second language. She looks forward to working with students, parents and teachers, while creating a positive environment that allows students to achieve all their goals.

Tom vanCleave

Alejandrina Villegas-Mata

Laura Vivirito

Johnna Williams
Johnna Williams teaches 3rd Grade at June Creek. After growing up in Littleton, CO, Johnna received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the University of Northern Colorado followed by her Master’s Degree in Administration from Regis University. Johnna has been teaching for a total of 15 years, eight of them in Eagle County. In addition to being a classroom teacher, Johnna also is the building coordinator for the Youth Foundation ‘Pwr Hrs’ program that serves our second through fifth grade students and provides additional support in reading! When she is not teaching, Johnna has 2 children, Cole 8, and Chase 5 who keep her and her husband Clay very busy!

Jennifer Williams-Brown

Stephanie Young
Stephanie Young teaches 2nd Grade at June Creek. She was raised in Denver, CO and attended college at the University of Northern Colorado. She moved to Eagle County in 2008 and has taught at June Creek for four of those years. Her teaching experience includes kindergarten, first, second and fourth grades. Out of all the schools in which Stephanie has taught, June Creek has been the place where her love for the students and community are tremendous. She feels that it is a wonderful environment for teachers, kids and parents. She loves to dirt bike, snowboard, paint and cook. Stephanie also claims to have the world's cutest golden-doodle, Lilly, and she just might be right!